1986 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 296 kg more than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
